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Forum: Sport Yachts 04-17-2024, 05:54 AM
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Views: 497
Posted By yahoo82
I took a different approach and added a cushion....

I took a different approach and added a cushion. These are the best throwable cushions around (link below). I got two and keep them at the helm as a bolster and back rest. Also work great for sitting...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 04-17-2024, 05:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 194
Posted By yahoo82
If you’re in 100% freshwater, the bottom paint...

If you’re in 100% freshwater, the bottom paint becomes mostly cosmetic. It doesn’t offer any fiberglass protection, just keeps the scum line away. If anyone else feels different, please correct me,...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 04-05-2024, 02:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 96
Posted By yahoo82
Not sure if this helps but mine was made by AM … ...

Not sure if this helps but mine was made by AM …
https://www.amequipment.com/marine.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-08-2024, 12:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 362
Posted By yahoo82
I’m speechlessly overwhelmed by your project :),...

I’m speechlessly overwhelmed by your project :), but enjoy the updates and will be following through the end! Good work.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 02-29-2024, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 254
Posted By yahoo82
My preference would always be to avoid having to...

My preference would always be to avoid having to maintain bottom paint if possible. However, FYI the normal prep for bottom paint is to scuff the gelcoat with like 80-grit sandpaper, so you might...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 12-27-2023, 12:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 379
Posted By yahoo82
Just wanted to pass along that I was looking into...

Just wanted to pass along that I was looking into the Cleanway fuel nozzle and their website says it’s good up to a 60deg angle. So it should work on your boat with 45.
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 11-21-2023, 12:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 455
Posted By yahoo82
I would suggest trying some starbrite xtreme...

I would suggest trying some starbrite xtreme clean and a magic eraser on the rubrail before attempting to paint the rubber. .
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 10-24-2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,625
Posted By yahoo82
Glad to hear you got things working well! If you...

Glad to hear you got things working well! If you experiment with the engine trim, you’ll probably hit 4600 RPM and gain a few MPH. That’s right I’m the sweet spot for that motor. Each boat is...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 10-12-2023, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 519
Posted By yahoo82
That’s odd. Every boat I’ve had experience with...

That’s odd. Every boat I’ve had experience with has a small air vent line on the tank that extends to a thruhull vent. Usually the tank vent is located next to the fill cap.

I’m this pic you can...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 10-12-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 297
Posted By yahoo82
Wow, good catch! My maxum had just 5/8” clear...

Wow, good catch! My maxum had just 5/8” clear braided/reinforced vinyl hose. Never was really thrilled that something below the waterline wasn’t beefier, but it held for 20 years without any sign...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-14-2023, 04:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 517
Posted By yahoo82
Good point Shrew. I was thinking the same thing,...

Good point Shrew. I was thinking the same thing, but what threw me for a loop is that the fan was still running. Usually all the AC accessories come from the same feed … but who knows what creative...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-14-2023, 01:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 517
Posted By yahoo82
It may also be worth inspecting your shore power...

It may also be worth inspecting your shore power connections … the dock side, cord, boat side and even behind the panel. That would be the only difference between the 2 power sources.

Here’s my...
Forum: Buy | Sell | Trade 08-08-2023, 02:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 389
Posted By yahoo82
I believe that ladder is made by Windline. I did...

I believe that ladder is made by Windline. I did a quick google search for Windline Boat Ladder Parts and got a number of hits. Here’s one-
...
Forum: Projects and Customisations 07-05-2023, 04:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,175
Posted By yahoo82
Can you include a picture? That would help. ...

Can you include a picture? That would help.


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Forum: Electronics 07-05-2023, 04:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 359
Posted By yahoo82
Locksmith is probably simplest, but if it’s a...

Locksmith is probably simplest, but if it’s a Mobella latch then you can also try googling the 3 digit code on one of the existing keys for a replacement.

Funny story … we went thru quite a few...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 06-08-2023, 02:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 687
Posted By yahoo82
I bought these hoping for a direct replacement....

I bought these hoping for a direct replacement. The knobs were compatible so I was able to change from brass to bushed nickel. But the mounting hole dimensions were different so I never used the...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 04-18-2023, 02:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 495
Posted By yahoo82
If it’s a horizontal tank, there will be a small...

If it’s a horizontal tank, there will be a small amount of air remaining in the top of the tank after it’s filled, which provides the expansion. In most of the manuals, they will recommend shutting...
Forum: Welcome Mat | New Member Introductions 02-19-2023, 01:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,252
Posted By yahoo82
In my experience those prices are competitive....

In my experience those prices are competitive. Also, one of the most valuable parts of the survey is the moisture analysis … knowing if there is any moisture intrusion into stringers, transom, hull,...
Forum: Engines 10-27-2022, 09:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 472
Posted By yahoo82
How was the condition of the prop hub? I had...

How was the condition of the prop hub? I had similar experience one season and it turned out that it was a spun hub. It’s possible for them to degrade/wear out over time.


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Forum: Sport Cruisers 09-17-2022, 05:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 806
Posted By yahoo82
We went with swimplatforms.com and we’re very...

We went with swimplatforms.com and we’re very happy with the result. A few tips …

- See if they can provide that same style rubrail as the boat. It really looks sharp when it matches.
- add...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 09-16-2022, 04:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 866
Posted By yahoo82
I echo Vipers comments … our boat is also our...

I echo Vipers comments … our boat is also our lake house, but that’s not how we thought it would be when we started. Our first boat was a actually 2900SCR with twins. At the time I thought a dock...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 09-06-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,155
Posted By yahoo82
I’ll add I had the vacu flush and one of my first...

I’ll add I had the vacu flush and one of my first projects was to add a convenient switch to kill power to the pump. If we left and it cycled all week the seal would dry out and be toast. It was...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 09-06-2022, 03:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,155
Posted By yahoo82
It sounds like this could be a vacu flush system...

It sounds like this could be a vacu flush system and we’re talking about 2 different pumps. There are 2 possible pumps in the system. One is from the head to the tank. The other is for the tank to...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 08-13-2022, 12:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 566
Posted By yahoo82
Great Lakes skipper is a good source for Faria...

Great Lakes skipper is a good source for Faria gauges. You may find the replacement or something very similar.
...
Forum: Engines 07-26-2022, 05:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,975
Posted By yahoo82
After the battery ran down did you replace it? I...

After the battery ran down did you replace it? I had an odd situation similar to yours in that the engine would crank no problem but did not fire up. Turns out my batteries were likely damaged over...
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